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Beriberi is caused by a deficiency of:

Correct answer: D. Vitamin B1 (thiamine)

Lack of thiamine (B1) causes beriberi, which affects the nerves and the heart. It was common where people ate mostly polished rice.

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The correct answer is D. Vitamin B1 (thiamine)

Lack of thiamine (B1) causes beriberi, which affects the nerves and the heart. It was common where people ate mostly polished rice.

Topic: Human Body and Health MCQs · Subject: Everyday Science